Locum Consultant in Hepatology

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS foundation trust based in Bristol is seeking a Locum Consultant Hepatologist for a six-month appointment aimed at enhancing the hepatology outpatient service. The role involves working with a dedicated team across multiple sites, performing therapeutic endoscopy, and contributing to patient care initiatives. Essential qualifications include full GMC registration and a CCT in Hepatology. Applicants will engage in community health programs and support the department’s clinical governance.

Qualifications

• Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or evidence of eligibility.
• Evidence of thorough training in Hepatology.

Responsibilities

• Improve waiting times for general hepatology outpatient service.
• Support patients identified through community liver health check programme.
• Participate in the emergency endoscopy on-call rota.

Skills

Hepatology

Endoscopy

Clinical Governance

Teaching

Communication

Education

Full and specialist registration with the GMC

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Job description

Job summary

University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust is offering an exciting opportunity for a 6‑month Locum Consultant position within the Hepatology Department. The successful candidate will join a well‑established team of Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists working in the Division of Medicine, with a flexible approach that supports both specialist interests and a healthy work‑life balance.

Main duties of the job

This is a six‑month locum appointment for a Consultant Hepatologist, aimed at improving waiting times for our general hepatology outpatient service and supporting patients identified through our community liver health check programme, "Alright My Liver".

The department currently consists of six Consultant Hepatologists and seven Gastroenterologists. The post will be primarily based at Bristol Royal Infirmary (BRI), with additional outpatient clinics at Weston General Hospital and endoscopy sessions at South Bristol Community Hospital. The successful applicant will be expected to work across all three sites.

Specialist accreditation (CCT or equivalent) in Gastroenterology‑Hepatology is essential, and accreditation in General Internal Medicine is desirable.

Applicants will be required to participate in the BRI emergency endoscopy on‑call rota (currently 1 in 10) and must be competent in therapeutic upper GI endoscopy. Independent practice in lower GI endoscopy is desirable but not essential.

There is no requirement for regular inpatient work, although occasional support for gastroenterology‑hepatology in‑reach may be needed.

The hepatology department is supported by an extensive team of dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialists, for whom the post holder will provide regular supervision.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as "Good" overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward‑thinking multi‑award‑winning Trust, committed to improving patient care, our world‑leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.

Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the Southwest offers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted: 15 December 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 6 months

Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time

Reference number: 387-M1866-DY

Job locations: Bristol Royal Infirmary, Upper Maudlin St, Bristol, BS2 8HW

Contact

For further enquiries and to arrange informal visits, contact Consultant Hepatologists Dr Fiona Gordon ([e-mail]) or Dr Gautham Appanna ([e-mail]) (Clinical Leads). Specialty Manager: Zeeshan Raja ([e-mail]).

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training Essential

• Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview)
• Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview e.g. UK specialty portfolio pathway gastroenterology/hepatology

Qualifications & Training Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
• Holder of CTT in GIM (or equivalent)

Experience Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Hepatology

Experience Desirable

• Evidence of contribution to service development in some aspect of Hepatology

Clinical Knowledge and skills Essential

• Good understanding of Hepatology and service needs of the local Bristol and North Somerset Population
• Proficient in all modalities of therapeutic upper GI endoscopy relevant to upper GI haemorrhage

Clinical Knowledge and skills Desirable

• Independent at diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy
• Broad range of IT skill

Clinical Governance and Audit Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence-based practice
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation

Teaching and Training Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students
• Experience of supervising trainees
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Teaching and Training Desirable

• Formal teaching qualification

Management & Leadership Essential

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

Management & Leadership Desirable

• Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
• Management experience

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi‑professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Personal Abilities and Aptitudes Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Personal Abilities and Aptitudes Desirable

• Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

Behaviours and Values Essential

• Demonstrates the 4 Trust values

Other Essential

• Meets professional health requirements
• Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address: Bristol Royal Infirmary, Upper Maudlin St, Bristol, BS2 8HW

Employer's website: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/